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No. 10 UCLA @ Arizona StateCurrent Records: UCLA 6-1; Arizona State 3-5
What to Know
The Arizona State Sun Devils will be returning home after a two-game road trip. The Sun Devils and the UCLA Bruins will face off in a Pac-12 battle at 10:30 p.m. ET on Saturday at Sun Devil Stadium, Frank Kush Field. The defensive coordinators will surely put in extra hours ahead of this game since these teams' offenses combined for 1,080 yards this week.After constant struggles on the road, ASU has finally found some success away from home. They beat the Colorado Buffaloes 42-34 on Saturday. It was another big night for ASU's RB Xazavian Valladay, who rushed for three TDs and 118 yards on 23 carries.
Meanwhile, UCLA ran circles around the Stanford Cardinal on Saturday, and the extra yardage (523 yards vs. 270 yards) paid off. UCLA put the hurt on Stanford with a sharp 38-13 victory. The contest was all but wrapped up at the end of the third, by which point the Bruins had established a 31-6 advantage. RB Zach Charbonnet went supernova for UCLA as he rushed for three TDs and 198 yards on 21 carries.
The Sun Devils have to know they'll be fighting an uphill battle given the 10.5-point spread they are up against. However, those who like betting on the underdog should be happy to hear that they are 3-1 against the spread when expected to lose.
ASU is now 3-5 while UCLA sits at 6-1. A pair of numbers to keep in mind before kickoff: ASU enters the matchup having picked the ball off nine times, good for 22nd in the nation. But the Bruins enter the game with only four thrown interceptions, good for 25th best in the nation. We'll see which of these strengths -- offense or defense -- will win out.
Series History
Arizona State have won four out of their last seven games against UCLA.- Oct 02, 2021 - Arizona State 42 vs. UCLA 23
- Dec 05, 2020 - UCLA 25 vs. Arizona State 18
- Oct 26, 2019 - UCLA 42 vs. Arizona State 32
- Nov 10, 2018 - Arizona State 31 vs. UCLA 28
- Nov 11, 2017 - UCLA 44 vs. Arizona State 37
- Oct 08, 2016 - Arizona State 23 vs. UCLA 20
- Oct 03, 2015 - Arizona State 38 vs. UCLA 23
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No. 20 Wake Forest @ No. 21 NC State
Current Records: Wake Forest 6-2; NC State 6-2
The Demon Deacons' and the Louisville Cardinals' contest on Saturday was up for grabs at halftime, but Wake Forest was thoroughly outmatched 35-7 in the second half. Wake Forest found themselves the reluctant recipients of an unfortunate 48-21 punch to the gut against U of L. Wake Forest was down 48-14 at the end of the third quarter, which was just too much to recover from. WR Jahmal Banks put forth a good effort for the losing side as he punched in one rushing touchdown in addition to snatching one receiving TD.
Meanwhile, NC State won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Virginia Tech Hokies 22-21. WR Thayer Thomas and QB MJ Morris were among the main playmakers for the Wolfpack as the former caught ten passes for two TDs and 118 yards and the latter passed for three TDs and 265 yards on 29 attempts.
The Demon Deacons are the favorite in this one, with an expected 5-point margin of victory. Those burned by picking them against the spread on Saturday might want to keep in mind that the team has not yet dropped back-to-back games against the spread this season.
NC State's victory lifted them to 6-2 while Wake Forest's defeat dropped them down to 6-2. Giving up six turnovers, Wake Forest had had trouble holding onto the ball. We'll see if NC State can exploit that vulnerability.
No. 20 Wake Forest @ No. 21 NC State
Current Records: Wake Forest 6-2; NC State 6-2
What to Know
An ACC battle is on tap between the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and the NC State Wolfpack at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday at Carter-Finley Stadium. If the game is anything like Wake Forest's 45-42 win from their previous meeting in November of last year, the scorekeeper will be kept real busy.The Demon Deacons' and the Louisville Cardinals' contest on Saturday was up for grabs at halftime, but Wake Forest was thoroughly outmatched 35-7 in the second half. Wake Forest found themselves the reluctant recipients of an unfortunate 48-21 punch to the gut against U of L. Wake Forest was down 48-14 at the end of the third quarter, which was just too much to recover from. WR Jahmal Banks put forth a good effort for the losing side as he punched in one rushing touchdown in addition to snatching one receiving TD.
Meanwhile, NC State won a matchup that couldn't have been any closer, slipping by the Virginia Tech Hokies 22-21. WR Thayer Thomas and QB MJ Morris were among the main playmakers for the Wolfpack as the former caught ten passes for two TDs and 118 yards and the latter passed for three TDs and 265 yards on 29 attempts.
The Demon Deacons are the favorite in this one, with an expected 5-point margin of victory. Those burned by picking them against the spread on Saturday might want to keep in mind that the team has not yet dropped back-to-back games against the spread this season.
NC State's victory lifted them to 6-2 while Wake Forest's defeat dropped them down to 6-2. Giving up six turnovers, Wake Forest had had trouble holding onto the ball. We'll see if NC State can exploit that vulnerability.
Series History
Wake Forest have won four out of their last seven games against NC State.- Nov 13, 2021 - Wake Forest 45 vs. NC State 42
- Sep 19, 2020 - NC State 45 vs. Wake Forest 42
- Nov 02, 2019 - Wake Forest 44 vs. NC State 10
- Nov 08, 2018 - Wake Forest 27 vs. NC State 23
- Nov 18, 2017 - Wake Forest 30 vs. NC State 24
- Oct 01, 2016 - NC State 33 vs. Wake Forest 16
- Oct 24, 2015 - NC State 35 vs. Wake Forest 17
Who's Playing
BYU @ Boise StateCurrent Records: BYU 4-5; Boise State 6-2
What to Know
The Boise State Broncos' homestand continues as they prepare to take on the BYU Cougars at 7 p.m. ET Nov. 5 at Albertsons Stadium. The Broncos are out to keep their four-game home win streak alive.On Saturday, Boise State turned the game against the Colorado State Rams into a track meet and took the gold after outgaining them 514 yards to 170. Boise State took their matchup at home with ease, bagging a 49-10 win over Colorado State. The game was all but wrapped up at the end of the third, by which point Boise State had established a 49-10 advantage. Their RB George Holani did his thing and rushed for three TDs and 108 yards on 21 carries.
Boise State's defense was a presence as well, as it got past the Rams' offensive line to sack the quarterback five times for a total loss of 30 yards. Leading the way was DT Divine Obichere and his two sacks. Obichere now has three sacks through eight games.
Meanwhile, BYU was first on the board but had to settle for second at the end of their contest against the East Carolina Pirates on Friday. It was close but no cigar for the Cougars as they fell 27-24 to East Carolina. The game was a 17-17 toss-up at halftime, but BYU was outplayed the rest of the way. Despite the loss, they had strong showings from QB Jaren Hall, who passed for two TDs and 144 yards on 25 attempts in addition to picking up 60 yards on the ground, and RB Lopini Katoa, who rushed for one TD and 116 yards on 20 carries. This was the first time Katoa has racked up 100+ rushing yards all year.
Boise State is the favorite in this one, with an expected 7.5-point margin of victory. They are currently four-for-four against the spread in their most recent games, a trend bettors might want to take into account.
Boise State is now 6-2 while the Cougars sit at 4-5. Two numbers to keep in mind before kickoff: The Broncos come into the game boasting the third fewest passing touchdowns allowed in the nation at six. But BYU enters the game with 22 passing touchdowns, good for 12th best in the nation. We'll see which of these strengths -- offense or defense -- will win out.
Series History
Boise State have won four out of their last seven games against BYU.- Oct 09, 2021 - Boise State 26 vs. BYU 17
- Nov 06, 2020 - BYU 51 vs. Boise State 17
- Oct 19, 2019 - BYU 28 vs. Boise State 25
- Nov 03, 2018 - Boise State 21 vs. BYU 16
- Oct 06, 2017 - Boise State 24 vs. BYU 7
- Oct 20, 2016 - Boise State 28 vs. BYU 27
- Sep 12, 2015 - BYU 35 vs. Boise State 24
Who's Playing
Arizona @ No. 12 UtahCurrent Records: Arizona 3-5; Utah 6-2
What to Know
The Arizona Wildcats have been on the wrong side of a one-way rivalry with the Utah Utes and are hoping to record their first win since Nov. 14 of 2015. Arizona and Utah will face off in a Pac-12 battle at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The Utes should still be riding high after a victory, while the Wildcats will be looking to regain their footing.Arizona came up short against the USC Trojans on Saturday, falling 45-37. The losing side was boosted by QB Jayden de Laura, who passed for three TDs and 380 yards on 43 attempts in addition to picking up 54 yards on the ground.
Special teams collected 11 points for Arizona. K Tyler Loop delivered a perfect 3-for-3 game.
Meanwhile, Utah didn't have too much breathing room in their game with the Washington State Cougars on Thursday, but they still walked away with a 21-17 victory. Utah QB Bryson Barnes was slinging it as he passed for one TD and 175 yards on 27 attempts in addition to picking up 51 yards on the ground.
The Utes' defense was a presence as well, as it got past the Cougars' offensive line to sack the quarterback four times for a total loss of 21 yards. Leading the way was DE Van Fillinger and his two sacks. Fillinger now has 5.5 sacks through eight games.
The Wildcats are the clear underdogs, so they're hoping it's the size of the fight that determines this one. However, those who like betting on the underdog should be happy to hear that they are 4-2 against the spread when expected to lose.
Arizona's defeat took them down to 3-5 while Utah's win pulled them up to 6-2. Allowing an average of 37.38 points per game, Arizona hasn't exactly asserted themselves on the defensive end. We'll see if they can patch up the holes in their defense before their upcoming matchup.
Series History
Utah have won five out of their last six games against Arizona.- Nov 13, 2021 - Utah 38 vs. Arizona 29
- Nov 23, 2019 - Utah 35 vs. Arizona 7
- Oct 12, 2018 - Utah 42 vs. Arizona 10
- Sep 22, 2017 - Utah 30 vs. Arizona 24
- Oct 08, 2016 - Utah 36 vs. Arizona 23
- Nov 14, 2015 - Arizona 37 vs. Utah 30
Missouri vs. Kentucky.
SEC East teams looking for bowl eligibility meet up during the Week 10 college football schedule when the Kentucky Wildcats visit the Missouri Tigers on Saturday. The Wildcats are 5-3 overall and need just one more victory to qualify for postseason play. Missouri is 4-4 and in need of two more victories.Kickoff is noon ET in Columbia, S.C. Caesars Sportsbook lists this game as a pick'em in the latest Missouri vs. Kentucky odds. The over/under for total points is set for 40.
Why Missouri can cover
Missouri has been flying under the radar throughout the season, nearly pulling off upsets against Auburn, Georgia and Florida. The persistence paid off the last two weeks, as the Tigers picked up wins against Vanderbilt and South Carolina. They were 3.5-point underdogs in their 23-10 win over the then-No. 25 Gamecocks, as quarterback Brady Cook completed 17 of 26 passes for 224 yards.Cook has also rushed for 215 yards and three touchdowns this season, and Kentucky had trouble slowing down a mobile quarterback last week. The Wildcats were once considered SEC East contenders, but they have fallen apart over the past month. They were never competitive against Tennessee and have also lost to South Carolina and Ole Miss, so Missouri is going to enter this game with confidence. The Tigers have covered the spread in six of their last seven games against SEC East opponents.
Why Kentucky can cover
Kentucky climbed as high as the top 10 this season after winning its first four games. The Wildcats have struggled since that point, however, losing three out of their last four. They hit a low point when they mustered just one score in a 44-6 loss at Tennessee in Knoxville last week.But the Wildcats have one of the more talented backfields in the SEC. Quarterback Will Levis is a projected first-round NFL Draft pick by some pundits. Running back Chris Rodriguez Jr., meanwhile, has scored four touchdowns in as many games. The Wildcats also rank third in the SEC in scoring defense, giving up just 19.9 points per game.
Texas A&M vs. Florida.
The Florida Gators will try to snap their two-game losing streak when they face the Texas A&M Aggies on Saturday afternoon. Florida is coming off consecutive losses to LSU and then-No. 1 Georgia, so it still needs two wins to become bowl eligible this season. Texas A&M is riding a four-game losing streak following a 31-28 setback against then-No. 15 Ole Miss last week.Kickoff is set for noon ET. The Aggies are favored by 3.5 points in the latest Texas A&M vs. Florida odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 55.5
Why Texas A&M can cover
Florida is coming off a physical, emotionally draining loss to Georgia last week, falling into a 28-3 deficit at halftime before putting together a late rally that fell well short in the end. The Gators have only picked up one win over a conference opponent this season, which came in a 24-17 final against Missouri in early October. They have not proven that they can string together a full 60 minutes of strong football against good teams in the SEC.Texas A&M has recorded two wins over teams that were ranked inside the top 15 at the time of the game, with neither of those contests being on the road. The Aggies have lost three straight games by one possession, but this will be an easier opponent than the likes of Alabama and Ole Miss. They are 14-3 in their last 17 home games and have covered the spread in five of their last six games against SEC East teams.
Why Florida can cover
Texas A&M might have picked up wins over Miami and Arkansas early in the year, but those wins feel like a distant memory at this point. The Aggies are now riding a four-game losing streak that began with a loss to Alabama that essentially knocked them out of the SEC West picture. They were favored in their road loss at South Carolina and failed to cover the spread in losses to Mississippi State and Ole Miss.Florida's offense has been able to put up at least 20 points in every game since Week 3, including a 35-point showing against LSU two games ago. Sophomore quarterback Anthony Richardson has thrown for 1,638 yards and has added 414 rushing yards, making him a tough player for opposing defenses to handle. Texas A&M has not been able to overcome a host of injuries, and that is unlikely to change on Saturday.
Georgia vs. Tennessee
The No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs face a tough test when they host the top-ranked Tennessee Volunteers in a Saturday SEC on CBS showdown. Georgia (8-0, 5-0 SEC) is fourth in the nation in total defense (262.5 yards) and has allowed the second-fewest amount of points (10.5) in the country. Meanwhile, Tennessee (8-0, 4-0) is first in both total offense (553 yards) and scoring (49.4 points) while ranking second in passing yards (353.4). The Bulldogs have posted five straight victories in the all-time series, winning each of those contests by at least 23 points.Kickoff at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga. is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. The Bulldogs are 9-point favorites in the latest Georgia vs. Tennessee odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under for total points scored is 65.
Why Georgia can cover
The Volunteers are tied for third in the country with 26 rushing touchdowns, but they will have their work cut out for them on Saturday. Georgia leads the nation with only two rushing scores allowed, with one coming in last week's 42-20 victory against Florida. The Bulldogs have kept opponents scoreless in 18 of their 32 quarters this season and have yielded only 35 first-half points.On the other side of the ball, Georgia is second in the nation in total offense (530.1 yards) and sixth with an average of 41.8 points. The Bulldogs have scored at least 42 in five of their eight games this season, including each of the last three. They have been deadly in the red zone, converting at a nation-best 98% rate with 33 touchdowns and 13 field goals in 47 trips inside the 20-yard line.
Why Tennessee can cover
The Volunteers will give Georgia's defense all it can handle as they lead the nation in total yards (553) and rank second in passing yards (353.4). Tennessee is the top-scoring team in the country, averaging 49.4 points, and has scored 30 or more in a school-record 11 consecutive games. The club is coming off a 44-6 rout of then-No. 19 Kentucky in which it outgained the Wildcats 422-205 overall and 245-98 through the air.Tennessee had three interceptions in the victory while Hendon Hooker threw three touchdown passes and also ran for a score. The senior quarterback and Heisman Trophy candidate has made at least two TD tosses in every game this season, amassing 11 over his last three outings, while throwing just one interception in 2022. Junior wide receiver Jalin Hyatt reached triple digits in receiving yards for the third straight contest, registering 138 on five catches, while hauling in a pair of scoring passes to increase his nation-leading total to 14 and break the school's single-season record previously held by Marcus Nash (13 in 1997).
Notre Dame vs. Clemson
No. 4 Clemson's fresh College Football Playoff Ranking will be on the line as the Tigers face a tough test when they take on Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. The Fighting Irish have not seen their season play out quite as expected compared to the top-five preseason ranking, but after overcoming some early setbacks Marcus Freeman's group is playing with confidence and hopes to deliver a win against the Tigers like what Notre Dame fans saw in 2020, the last time Clemson came to town.Clemson enters the game after a week off, finally reaching the bye after a midseason stretch of game that featured some of the toughest tests on the ACC schedule. The Tigers won a high-scoring double-overtime shootout at Wake Forest, won lower-scoring grinders against NC State and Syracuse at home and in between took down both Boston College and Florida State on the road. Positioned at No. 4 in the first CFP Rankings, Clemson figures to be in a spot where simply stacking wins will be enough to make the playoff for the seventh time in an eight-year run.
Can Clemson get in and out of South Bend with a win, or will Notre Dame play spoiler to the Tigers playoff hopes. Let's get into some of the big storylines and keys to the matchup.
Notre Dame vs. Clemson: Need to know
DJU returns to South Bend: That 2020 game, though it was a loss for Clemson, was also a coming out party for current starting quarterback DJ Uiagalelei. A true freshman at the time starting in place of Trevor Lawrence as a result of a positive COVID test, Uiagalelei threw for 439 yards and totaled three touchdowns (two passing, one rushing) in the 47-40 overtime loss. Lawrence would return to the starter's role, and Clemson would avenge that defeat with a win in the ACC Championship Game, but the performance set an expectation for DJU in the post-Trevor era.So when Clemson's offense fell off in production in 2021 and Uiagalelei threw nine touchdowns to 10 interceptions and finished with the worst passer rating in the ACC, it was a massive disappointment. Luckily for the quarterback and Clemson things have turned around in 2022, and Uiagalelei has 17 touchdowns to just four interceptions through eight games. However, his performance will be monitored closely here after getting benched in the close win against Syracuse. Any sign of the 2021 version of Uiagalelei will lead to Clemson having to consider making a mid-game change again, while anything close to 2020 version will almost certainly lead the Tigers to a win.
Notre Dame has hit its offensive stride with the ground game: The Fighting Irish suffered preseason injuries at wide receiver and then lost starting quarterback Tyler Buchner to a season-ending injury in the second game of the season. While Michael Mayer remains one of the top tight ends in the country, this is an offense that has pivoted to leaning on the run game for success. Since Sept. 24, when the Fighting Irish defeated No. 17 North Carolina in Chapel Hill, Notre Dame has run the ball the ball 233 times and is averaging 228 rushing yards per game. According to Notre Dame, those figures rank tied for seventh nationally in attempts and 13th in rushing average in that span. The Fighting Irish boast a deep backfield with Audric Estime, Logan Diggs and Chris Tyree all capable of putting up big numbers with quarterback Drew Pyne playing a role in the ground game as well.
Clemson-Notre Dame has become a modern rivalry: This will be the fourth time in the last five seasons that Clemson and Notre Dame have played, and though the rivalry does not have a long history with only six prior meetings the fact that so many of these games have had College Football Playoff implications has added to the intrigue for Saturday night. Clemson leads the series 4-2, with wins in the 2018 College Football Playoff semifinals and 2020 ACC Championship Game, and the Tigers also won a rain-soaked 24-22 epic in 2015 en route to the program's first CFP appearance.
Tulsa vs. Tulane
The No. 19 Tulane Green Wave will try to extend their four-game winning streak when they face the Tulsa Golden Hurricane on Saturday afternoon. Tulane suffered its lone loss against Southern Miss in September, but it has bounced back with four straight wins. Tulsa has lost four of its last five games, including a 45-34 setback against SMU last week.Kickoff is set for noon ET. The Green Wave are favored by 7.5 points in the latest Tulsa vs. Tulane odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 57.
Why Tulsa can cover
Tulsa has faced multiple high-level opponents this season, so it will be prepared for this showdown. The Golden Hurricane stayed within one possession in a road game at then-No. 16 Ole Miss at the end of September before losing to Cincinnati by just 10 points. They have scored at least 21 points in every game this season, which will make it difficult for Tulane to cover this large of a spread.Senior quarterback Davis Brin has thrown for 2,090 yards and 17 touchdowns this season, while a pair of running backs have recorded at least 300 yards. Senior wide receiver Keylon Stokes is among the nation's leaders, hauling in 53 receptions for 924 yards and five touchdowns. Tulsa has dominated this head-to-head series, winning and covering the spread in 13 of the last 17 meetings.
Why Tulane can cover
Tulane is amid its best season since 1998, appearing in the top 25 for the first time this century. The Green Wave have been red-hot since their loss to Southern Miss, winning four straight games. They scored 45 points in a 14-point win at South Florida before beating Memphis by 10 points two weeks ago.The Green Wave are coming off their bye week, giving them an advantage against a Tulsa team that lost to SMU last week. Junior quarterback Michael Pratt has thrown for 1,718 and 12 touchdowns, while junior running back Tyjae Spears has rushed 120 times for 588 yards and nine touchdowns. Tulane has been one of the most profitable teams in the country since last season, covering the spread in nine of its last 10 games.
Virginia Tech vs. Georgia Tech
The Virginia Tech Hokies will try to snap their five-game losing streak and keep their bowl hopes alive when they face the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on Saturday afternoon. Virginia Tech won two of its first three games this season before falling into its recent slide. Georgia Tech is on a two-game skid following a 41-16 loss at Florida State last week.Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. ET. The Hokies are favored by 3 points in the latest Virginia Tech vs. Georgia Tech odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 40.5.
Why Georgia Tech can cover
Georgia Tech is on a two-game losing streak, but it has proven that it has a roster capable of beating ACC opponents. The Yellow Jackets recorded consecutive wins against then-No. 24 Pittsburgh and Duke in October, giving them a more impressive resume than Virginia Tech. The Hokies have lost five straight games and are riding their longest losing streak in 30 seasons.They committed 10 false-start penalties against North Carolina State last week, and their defense allowed three touchdown passes by Wolfpack true freshman quarterback MJ Morris over the final 17 minutes. Georgia Tech was without starting quarterback Jeff Sims (foot) last week, but he is going to return on Saturday. Sims' running ability makes him tough to defend, and the Yellow Jackets have covered the spread in seven straight trips to Virginia Tech.
Why Virginia Tech can cover
Virginia Tech is winless since beating Wofford and Boston College in consecutive outings in September, but it has started to play better of late. The Hokies stayed within one possession against Miami two games ago, covering the 9-point spread. They raced out to a 21-3 lead against NC State as 13.5-point underdogs in their last outing before giving up the lead late in the game, so they have been knocking on the door as far as winning a game is concerned.The Hokies are also coming into this game with some extra rest under their belt after playing on a Thursday night. Georgia Tech gave up 642 total yards against Florida State last week, including 246 rushing yards. The Yellow Jackets have only covered the spread four times in their last 16 games, making them a team to avoid right now
Texas vs. Kansas State
The No. 13 Kansas State Wildcats will try to build on an outstanding performance when they face the No. 24 Texas Longhorns on Saturday night. Kansas State defeated Oklahoma State 48-0 last Saturday, which was the largest shutout ever over a top-10 team by a team lower in the rankings. Texas had an open date last week after losing to Oklahoma State two weeks ago.Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. The Longhorns are favored by 2.5 points in the latest Kansas State vs. Texas odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 54.5.
Why Kansas State can cover
Kansas State is coming off as strong of a performance as any team in college football, playing well in every facet of the game in its win over Oklahoma State. Quarterback Will Howard, who was filling in for injured starter Adrian Martinez, earned Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week honors after completing 21 of 37 passes for 296 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions. Head coach Chris Klieman has not announced his starting quarterback for Saturday's game, although he did say Martinez is "closer" to playing.Howard was not the only Kansas State player to be recognized for a strong outing against Oklahoma State, as punter Ty Zentner was named the Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week after serving as the punter, place kicker and kickoff specialist. He hit two field goals, six extra points and placed two of his four punts inside the 20-yard line without a touchback. Kansas State's defense shut out Oklahoma State, which came into the game averaging the third-most points per game (44.7) in the FBS.
Why Texas can cover
Kansas State may never play as well as it did against Oklahoma State again, and it might be feeling overconfident heading into this matchup. Meanwhile, the Longhorns have had time to reset after having last week off. They still have a great shot at competing for the Big 12 title game, giving them plenty of motivation heading into this game.Texas was dominant in its last trip to Kansas State, rolling to a 69-31 win against the Wildcats in 2020. Running back Bijan Robinson is among the nation's leaders with 920 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns, breaking the 100-yard mark in six straight games. He has racked up at least 130 rushing yards in each of his last three games, allowing Texas to control the tempo of those outings. The Longhorns have won five straight games against Kansas State and have covered the spread in six of their last nine games this season.
Michigan vs. Rutgers
The No. 5 Michigan Wolverines will be looking to prove the College Football Playoff committee wrong when they face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Saturday night. Michigan fell outside the top four in Tuesday's initial rankings, despite seven of its eight wins this season coming by double digits. Rutgers is coming off one of its worst outings of the season, getting blanked by Minnesota in a 31-0 final last week. Both teams are 4-3-1 against the spread in 2022.Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The Wolverines are 26-point favorites in the latest Rutgers vs. Michigan odds, while the over/under for total points scored is 45.
Why Michigan can cover
There might not be a more motivated team in college football this week than Michigan, who enters this game with multiple reasons to be upset. The Wolverines had a pair of players injured in a postgame incident following their win against Michigan State, with head coach Jim Harbaugh referring to it as "an assault." They were also ranked outside the top four in the initial College Football Playoff rankings on Tuesday night.Michigan running back Blake Corum rushed for 177 yards and a touchdown on 33 carries against the Spartans, adding to his Heisman Trophy campaign. He ranks second in the country with 14 rushing touchdowns and is fourth nationally with 1,078 rushing yards. Rutgers is coming off a 31-0 blowout loss to Minnesota and has lost seven consecutive games against Michigan. The Wolverines have only failed to cover the spread five times in their last 18 games.
Why Rutgers can cover
Rutgers is hoping that Michigan comes into this game with too much on its mind. The Wolverines have had to deal with several emotional events in the last week, and they also have a showdown with Ohio State looming later this month. It would not be shocking if they show up uninspired as 26-point favorites on Saturday night.The Scarlet Knights have played Michigan close in recent years, losing by six points two years ago and by seven points last year. They are starting former four-star recruit Gavin Wimsatt at quarterback on Saturday night, as head coach Greg Schiano is hoping that he provides a boost to the offense. Rutgers has covered the spread in four of the last five meetings between these teams, and this is an even larger spread than the last two seasons.
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Kentucky might still be in last week's game against Tennessee
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